About
Hi there, my name is Kristen. I am currently a student; in undergrad I developed my own major, which I titled nutritional health psychology, and now I am pursuing my Masters in integrative wellness. When I am not buried in my studies, I like to spend my time exploring + marveling in God’s creation, then documenting it through words + photographs.
I created this blog to give others a glimpse into my heart for experiencing whole body wellness + exploring the world + exalting the Word.
Experience whole-body Wellness: I believe that the body is a cohesive unit, and setting intention + focus on improving one part of the being (mind, physical body, soul) will in turn have a positive impact on the others. Through nutritional health psychology, I aim to study the links between physical + mental health, and how various foods + exercise affect an individual’s mood + behavior. I am also entranced with the idea of holistic/integrative nutrition as a means of using natural healing remedies in place of prescription medications for both mental + physical pains or illnesses.
Explore the World: I have always loved to travel to new places I have never been, and spend every second I possibly could being outdoors + surrounded by nature. In 2010, my summer trip to Yosemite + Sequoia sparked a profound appreciation for (and obsession with) our National Parks, which remain some of my favorite places to invest my time + money. Traveling to various places around the United States + further into the world has fed into my ultimate desire of experiencing God’s creation, not only by spending time in nature, but also with the individuals I come into contact with. Through this exploration of the physical world, a new fondness for various cultures has formed. I continually seek out opportunities where I can learn more about other people around the world + encounter ways of living that are unique from my own.
Exalt the Word: Above all else, I seek to glorify God in + through everything that I do. It is impossible for us to experience a single moment that He is not already a part of. He is interwoven into every aspect of our lives + the world around us. I see God through the falling of leaves + I feel Him through the warmth of the sun. I understand more about God through learning about us as humans—our genetic make-up, our thoughts, our behaviors, our motivations. With a focus on health + wellness, travel + nature, God is present through it all. It is amazing that I can pursue my passions in these areas + still be able to learn more about Him + ultimately glorify Him through it.
I created this blog to give others a glimpse into my heart for experiencing whole body wellness + exploring the world + exalting the Word.
Experience whole-body Wellness: I believe that the body is a cohesive unit, and setting intention + focus on improving one part of the being (mind, physical body, soul) will in turn have a positive impact on the others. Through nutritional health psychology, I aim to study the links between physical + mental health, and how various foods + exercise affect an individual’s mood + behavior. I am also entranced with the idea of holistic/integrative nutrition as a means of using natural healing remedies in place of prescription medications for both mental + physical pains or illnesses.
Explore the World: I have always loved to travel to new places I have never been, and spend every second I possibly could being outdoors + surrounded by nature. In 2010, my summer trip to Yosemite + Sequoia sparked a profound appreciation for (and obsession with) our National Parks, which remain some of my favorite places to invest my time + money. Traveling to various places around the United States + further into the world has fed into my ultimate desire of experiencing God’s creation, not only by spending time in nature, but also with the individuals I come into contact with. Through this exploration of the physical world, a new fondness for various cultures has formed. I continually seek out opportunities where I can learn more about other people around the world + encounter ways of living that are unique from my own.
Exalt the Word: Above all else, I seek to glorify God in + through everything that I do. It is impossible for us to experience a single moment that He is not already a part of. He is interwoven into every aspect of our lives + the world around us. I see God through the falling of leaves + I feel Him through the warmth of the sun. I understand more about God through learning about us as humans—our genetic make-up, our thoughts, our behaviors, our motivations. With a focus on health + wellness, travel + nature, God is present through it all. It is amazing that I can pursue my passions in these areas + still be able to learn more about Him + ultimately glorify Him through it.